Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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