Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New gains in elearning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part 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 always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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