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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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