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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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