Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning enable students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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