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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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