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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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