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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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