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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education