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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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