Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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