Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans all around 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 courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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