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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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