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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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