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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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