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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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