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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education