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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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