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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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