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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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