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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources