Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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