Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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