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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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