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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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