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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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