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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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