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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand these open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education