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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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