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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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