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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education