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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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