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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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