Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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