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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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