Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online education technology enable 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 online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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