Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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