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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources