Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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