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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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