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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New changes in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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