Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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