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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online education make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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