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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition