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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources