Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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