Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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