Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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