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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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