Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in elearning have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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