Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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