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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education