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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Czech Republic to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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