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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education