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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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