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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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