Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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