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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources