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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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