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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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