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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open education experiments. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources