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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these open education ventures. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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