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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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