Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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