Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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