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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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