Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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