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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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