Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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