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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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