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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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