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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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