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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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