Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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