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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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