Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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