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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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