Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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