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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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