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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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