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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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