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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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