Find out more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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