Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Definition