Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course