Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education