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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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