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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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