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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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