Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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