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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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