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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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