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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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