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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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