Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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