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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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