Find out more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education