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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology enable people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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