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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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