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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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