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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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