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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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