Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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