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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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