Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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