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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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