Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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