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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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