Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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