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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online education have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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