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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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