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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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