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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources