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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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