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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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