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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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