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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology enable humans all over the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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