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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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