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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning are empowering people all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive 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 Educational Resources