Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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