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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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