Find out more about this appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. 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. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Learning