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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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