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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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