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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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