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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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