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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these promising new open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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