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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources