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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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