Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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