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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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