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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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