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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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