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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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