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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in elearning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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