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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses