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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kingman Reef to conduct these massive open online courses? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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