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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources