Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources