Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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