Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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