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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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