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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition