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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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