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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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