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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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