Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Book