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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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