Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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