Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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