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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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