Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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