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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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