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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are dealing with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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