Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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