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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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