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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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