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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning are empowering people all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education