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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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