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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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