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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education