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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources