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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Books About MOOC