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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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