Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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