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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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