Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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