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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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