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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)