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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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