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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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