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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources