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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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