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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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