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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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