Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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