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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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