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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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