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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources