Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education