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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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