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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources