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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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