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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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