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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Morocco to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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