Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Massive Open Online Course