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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in electronic education technology enable students all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources