Learn more about this appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology