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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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