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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources