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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic educational technology have empowered people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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