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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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