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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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