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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Serbia to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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