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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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