Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in digital education technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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