Find out more about this appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Learning Theory (education)