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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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