Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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