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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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