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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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