Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs