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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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