Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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