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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate 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 commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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