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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online education technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education experiments. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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