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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp these open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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