Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Moocs