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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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