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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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