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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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