Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition