Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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