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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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