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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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