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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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