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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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