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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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