Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning enable students in every nation on earth 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 typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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