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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Trainers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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