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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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