Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Online Courses