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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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