Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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