Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better perceive these new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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