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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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