Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education experiments. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)