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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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