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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online education are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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