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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition