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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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