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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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