Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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