Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online education technology have enabled people all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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