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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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