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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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