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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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