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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources