Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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