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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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