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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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