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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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