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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources