Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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