Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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