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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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