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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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