Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Nepal to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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