Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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