Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these promising new open educational experiments. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Digital Teaching Platform