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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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