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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources