Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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