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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources