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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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