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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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