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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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