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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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