Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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