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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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