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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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