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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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