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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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