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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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