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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources