Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition