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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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