Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Learning Theory (education)