Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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