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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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