Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding massive open online courses and open education resources (OERs). MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. It can be tricky to inspire and motivate learners in online environments. This online MOOC courses book studies the best practices in digital educational technology based on decades of research. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is an advancing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? This MOOC courses book also investigates the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.

Modern trends in online education have empowered humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOC classes and other kinds of open educational resources persist. This book answers many questions about MOOC courses and other forms of open educational resources. For more details please go to this MOOCs Book website.