Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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