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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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