Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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