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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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