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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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