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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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