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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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