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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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