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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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