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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also investigates the major 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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