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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Technology-enhanced Learning