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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Turkey to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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