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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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