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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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