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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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