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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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