Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Resources Book