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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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