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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education