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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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