Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online education are enabling people all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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