Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Books