Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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