Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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