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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology