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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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