Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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