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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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