Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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