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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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