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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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