Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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