Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online education are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education experiments. Students want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course (MOOC) Program