Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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