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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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