Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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