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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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