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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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