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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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