Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, North to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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