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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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