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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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