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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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