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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic educational technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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