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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources