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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources