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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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