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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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