Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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