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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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