Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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