Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free 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 subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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