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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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