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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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