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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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