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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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