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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online education are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education