Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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