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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education