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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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