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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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