Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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