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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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