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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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