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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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