Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning have empowered people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Books