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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these interesting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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