Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in digital education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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