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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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