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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in digital education technology are providing the means 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. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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