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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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