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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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