Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational experiments. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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