Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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