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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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