Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open educational experiments. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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