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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open educational experiments. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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