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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)