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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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