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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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