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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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