Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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