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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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