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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also investigates the most important 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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