Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have empowered humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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