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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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