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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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