Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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