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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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