Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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