Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic education technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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