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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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