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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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