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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources