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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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