Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

E-learning