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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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