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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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