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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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