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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education