Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online education are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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