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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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