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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)