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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic educational technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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