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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology enable learners in nations all around 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 generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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