Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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