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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education experiments. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also articulates 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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