Find out more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology have enabled 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. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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