Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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