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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources