Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs