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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these open education experiments. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education