Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses The Mooc Revolution