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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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