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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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