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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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