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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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