Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online education are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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