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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources