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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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