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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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