Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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