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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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