Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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