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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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