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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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