Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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