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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education