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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also talks about the 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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