Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in electronic educational technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Academics want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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