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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources