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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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