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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in elearning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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