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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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