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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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