Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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