Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology enable students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open education experiments. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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