Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Instructors want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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