Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better understand these open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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