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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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