Learn more about this impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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