Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning enable humans all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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