Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. 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 numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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