Learn more about this interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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