Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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