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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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