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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education