Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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