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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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