Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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