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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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