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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning are enabling humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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