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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources