Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online education are empowering people all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology