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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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