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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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