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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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