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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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