Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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