Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational experiments. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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