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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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