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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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