Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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