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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education