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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources