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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources