Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs For Credit