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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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