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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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