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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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