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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews 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 Educational Resources