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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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