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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in digital education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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