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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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