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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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