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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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