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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources