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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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