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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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