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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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