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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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