Learn more about this interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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