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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these promising new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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