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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines 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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