Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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