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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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