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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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