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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources