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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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