Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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