Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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