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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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