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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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