Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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