Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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