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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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