Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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