Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology enable students all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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