Learn more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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