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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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