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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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