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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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