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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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