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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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