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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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