Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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