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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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