Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better grasp these open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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