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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured 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 assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education