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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are enabling people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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