Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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