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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources