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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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