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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources