Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Book