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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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