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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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