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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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