Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources