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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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