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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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