Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Book About MOOCs