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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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