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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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