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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education