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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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