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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources