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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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