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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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