Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning have enabled students all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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