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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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