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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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