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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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