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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources