Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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