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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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