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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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