Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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