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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education