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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in electronic educational technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire 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 issues. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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