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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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